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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in downstream processing (DSP) for biologics, including chromatography and filtration techniques, with a strong foundation in protein chemistry and biotechnology. Proficient in process optimization, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
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Downstream Processing (DSP)Chromatography TechniquesDesign of Experiments (DoE)Automated Chromatography SystemsRegulatory Compliance
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Hard Skills
ChromatographyFiltrationProtein PurificationProcess OptimizationAseptic TechniqueHPLC/LCUV-Vis SpectroscopyGel ElectrophoresisData AnalysisTechnical Transfer
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailProject Management
Tools & Technologies
UNICORNÄKTA ExplorerÄKTA PureÄKTA PilotElectronic Laboratory Notebooks
Industry Keywords
BiologicsVaccine DevelopmentRegulatory ExpectationsUSDAEU Submissions
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and optimize robust, economical downstream processes for biologics antigen production and recombinant protein purification
- Execute and troubleshoot chromatography and filtration unit operations, including cross-flow and dead-end filtration
- Purify and concentrate vaccine antigens and therapeutic proteins
- Perform process characterization and optimization studies, including Design of Experiments (DoE)
- Establish operational ranges and define design spaces
- Support purification of antigens and concentration of viral and bacterial materials for mono- and multivalent vaccine development
- Partner with pilot and manufacturing teams to scale processes and transfer them to commercial/GMP environments
- Author protocols, study reports, and technology transfer documents for internal/external technology transfer and regulatory filings
- Represent DSP/Process Development on interdisciplinary project teams
- Provide technical recommendations and support decision-making within the DSP workstream
- Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks, electronic templates, and documentation according to scientific protocols and applicable SOPs
- Collaborate with research, bacteriology, virology, formulation development, regulatory affairs, bioanalytical sciences, pilot operations, manufacturing, global colleagues, external vendors, contractors, research collaborators, and contract manufacturers
Requirements
What you’ll need- BSc or MSc in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline
- BSc: 5–7 years relevant academic and/or industry experience in downstream processing (DSP), or MSc: 3–5 years relevant academic and/or industry experience in DSP
- Experience developing low-pressure chromatography steps using multiple modalities
- Experience developing cross-flow and dead-end filtration steps
- Hands-on experience with automated chromatography systems/software, such as UNICORN and ÄKTA Explorer/Pure/Pilot
- Experience with HPLC/LC, UV-Vis, gel electrophoresis, and total protein/protein assays
- Strong scientific fundamentals in protein chemistry, biotechnology, and biochemistry
- Experience in aseptic technique
- Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities
- Experience with mid-scale and/or large-scale protein/vaccine preparations
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) planning, execution, and data analysis
- Experience applying scale-up and scale-down principles to DSP
- Knowledge of regulatory expectations relevant to veterinary biologics, including USDA and EU submissions
- Experience with technical transfers and internal manufacturing and/or external partners
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines accurately and efficiently
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and quality documentation
- Ability to interpret complex data sets, recognize anomalous results, determine appropriate next steps, and articulate scientific rationale
- Must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US; sponsorship requirements must be disclosed
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal opportunity employment
- Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
- Potential employment visa sponsorship at Zoetis’ sole discretion
- Full-time regular employment